Global Health
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Seventy-ninth World Health Assembly closes with more than 20 decisions and 13 resolutions
WHO says the 79th World Health Assembly closed in Geneva on 23 May 2026 after member states adopted more than 20 decisions and 13 resolutions, including updates on ethical recruitment of health workers, health economics, radiation protection and antimicrobial resistance.
WHO Western Pacific releases Avian Influenza Weekly Update #1046
WHO Western Pacific published its weekly avian influenza situation report for 22 May 2026, continuing regional surveillance of human and animal cases.
WHO warns of Ebola and hantavirus outbreaks in same-day Member State briefing
WHO used a Member State information session on 22 May 2026 to brief governments on active Ebola and hantavirus outbreaks. The agency said the Congo Ebola outbreak now poses a very high national risk and noted imported cases to Uganda, while separately continuing coordination on hantavirus cases tied to an international maritime setting.
Risk of Ebola spread is high locally but low globally, WHO says
WHO says the Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda is high-risk locally and regionally but still low-risk globally, even as the response intensifies.
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Accelerating Action for Adolescent Health and Well-Being in a Changing World
PMNCH is promoting a WHA79 partner event in Geneva and online on adolescent health and well-being, backed by WHO, UNICEF and other global partners.
CDC moves to block Ebola entry after new DRC and Uganda outbreak developments
CDC said it is adding enhanced screening, traveler monitoring and entry restrictions after Ebola Bundibugyo outbreaks in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda triggered a wider international response.
Global collaboration on Kawasaki disease key to reducing risk of serious heart conditions
The American Heart Association says international collaboration is needed to improve diagnosis, treatment and research for Kawasaki disease, a pediatric illness that can cause serious heart complications if missed or treated late.
American Heart Association urges international coordination on Kawasaki disease
The American Heart Association has issued a science advisory calling for stronger international coordination on Kawasaki disease, saying shared research, earlier diagnosis and more consistent care could reduce heart complications and disparities worldwide.
CDC implements Ebola-related travel restrictions into the United States
The CDC said on May 18, 2026 that it implemented enhanced Ebola-related travel screening, entry restrictions for certain recent travelers from Uganda, the Democratic Republic of Congo and South Sudan, and other measures to reduce the risk of Ebola entering the U.S.
World Economic Forum launches Women’s Health Innovation Radar with Gates Foundation and Wellcome Leap
The World Economic Forum has published a new Women’s Health Innovation Radar with the Gates Foundation, Kearney Health Institute and Wellcome Leap, aiming to make gaps in women’s health innovation easier to see.
Doctor emphasizes one key factor when it comes to hantavirus
A hantavirus outbreak tied to the MV Hondius cruise ship has grown to eight cases and three deaths, according to WHO, while AP reports evacuated passengers are being monitored in multiple countries. The public-health message from a Chicago physician and CDC guidance is that early evaluation after suspected rodent exposure matters because the illness can worsen quickly and there is no specific cure.
What We Know About the Cruise-Ship Hantavirus Outbreak
WHO says the cruise-ship hantavirus cluster tied to the MV Hondius has reached eight reported cases, including three deaths, while countries trace exposed passengers.
WHO says eight MV Hondius hantavirus cases have been reported, including three deaths
WHO says the MV Hondius hantavirus cluster has reached eight reported cases, including three deaths, with five laboratory-confirmed infections and continued international tracing.
Medical Product Alert N°1/2026: Substandard ACCUPAQUE (Iohexol), OMNIPAQUE (Iohexol) and VISIPAQUE (Iodixanol)
WHO has issued a global medical product alert for substandard batches of ACCUPAQUE, OMNIPAQUE and VISIPAQUE, warning of metallic particulate contamination and telling users to remove affected stock from clinical use.
WHO’s response to hantavirus cases linked to a cruise ship
WHO says eight hantavirus cases have now been reported on the MV Hondius, including three deaths, and that it is coordinating an international response as tracing and testing continue.
Strengthening asthma and COPD care through primary health care in Nepal and Sri Lanka
WHO says it is helping Nepal and Sri Lanka integrate asthma and COPD services into primary health care, with early implementation in Kavre District in Nepal and in Kandy and Kalutara districts in Sri Lanka. The current phase focuses on consultation, service mapping, planning and frontline training.
India launches Fire Safety Week in hospitals
India’s Health Ministry has launched Fire Safety Week across healthcare facilities from May 4 to May 10, alongside updated fire and life safety guidelines.
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WHO forum takes stock of progress on new TB vaccines for adults and adolescents
WHO said its first Tuberculosis Vaccine Accelerator Forum reviewed progress on adult and adolescent TB vaccines and launched a country-preparedness network.
Australia becomes the 30th country to eliminate trachoma as a public health problem
WHO has validated Australia for eliminating trachoma as a public health problem, making it the 30th country to reach the milestone.
Learning to deliver comprehensive abortion care
WHO has launched a new abortion-care learning programme on WHO Academy, with four courses and a same-day webinar introduction.
Efforts to eliminate hepatitis deliver gains, but more action needed to meet 2030 targets
WHO’s 2026 hepatitis report shows progress in prevention and treatment, but says global efforts are still too slow to meet 2030 elimination targets.
WHO prequalifies first-ever malaria treatment for newborns and infants, adds new diagnostic tests
WHO has prequalified the first malaria treatment for newborns and young infants, and also added three new diagnostic tests for malaria detection.
Largest catch-up initiative delivers over 100 million childhood vaccinations
WHO, UNICEF and Gavi say The Big Catch-Up delivered more than 100 million vaccine doses to 18.3 million children across 36 countries.
WHO-led Big Catch-Up campaign delivers 100 million doses globally
WHO, UNICEF and Gavi say The Big Catch-Up delivered more than 100 million childhood vaccine doses to 18.3 million children across 36 countries.